Man charged with murder of Pakistan TikTok star

Published: 9/20/2025
Man charged with murder of Pakistan TikTok star
A man has been charged with the murder of Pakistani TikTok star Sana Yousaf, who rejected his advances. Umar Hayat, 22, initially confessed to the murder but pleaded not guilty during a court appearance in Islamabad. The case has sparked a debate on social media about women's safety and the use of platforms like TikTok in Pakistan. Yousaf, with a large following on social media, was killed at her home in June, drawing widespread condemnation and shedding light on the risks faced by women in the country.